Horbury and South Ossett is a ward in the Wakefield district, located to the southwest of the city centre. The area includes the towns of Horbury and South Ossett, which have distinct identities but share local amenities and transport links. Horbury has a mix of residential areas and small businesses, while South Ossett features a blend of housing and light industrial units. The ward is served by several schools, parks, and community facilities, catering to families and older residents.
Transport connections include the A642 road, providing access to Wakefield and Huddersfield, while bus routes link the ward to surrounding areas. The landscape includes green spaces like Horbury Lagoon and South Ossett Recreation Ground, offering outdoor leisure opportunities. Local shops, pubs, and cafes serve the community, with a focus on independent businesses. The ward has a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, reflecting its historical growth.
On average Horbury and South Ossett has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Horbury and South Ossett is £40,637 per year. There are 8 schools in Horbury and South Ossett: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 143 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Horbury and South Ossett area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £700,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 30 | £340,000 |
| Flats | 5 | £110,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 62 | £220,000 |
| Terraced | 46 | £168,475 |
10 years price trend in Horbury and South Ossett
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Northfield Lane
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Bridge Road
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Bennett Avenue
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Park Street
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Dovecote Lane
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Wensley Street
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Clifton Road
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Clifton Crescent
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Manorfield Drive
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St Peter's Grove
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South Terrace
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Storrs Hill Road
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Barmby Close
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Lombardi Court
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Parklands
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Park Gardens
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Manor Close
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Manor Avenue
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Fairfield Avenue
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Dudfleet Lane
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East Avenue
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Reid Park Avenue
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Bridge Road
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Rochester Court
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Ossett South East & Horbury Bridge
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Church Street
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Jenkin Drive
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Regent Street
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Ossett South East & Horbury Bridge
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Horbury
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Horbury Road
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Manor Road
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Barmby Close
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Parkfield View
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Taylor Drive
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Taylor Close
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Parklands Crescent
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Green Lane
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Northfield Lane
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New Road
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Parklands Avenue
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Audsley's Yard
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Hawkingcroft Road
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Northgate
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Leeke Avenue
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Chapel Street
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St John's Crescent
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Sowood Lane
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Teall Court
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Stonehouse Gardens
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Ellis Street
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The Willows
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Ossett South East & Horbury Bridge
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Manorfield Drive
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Church Street
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Berry's Yard
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Greenfield Avenue
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Haggs Hill Road
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Mayfield Court
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Broad Cut Road
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Calder Vale Road
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Forge Lane
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Charles Street
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Addingford Lane
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The Sycamores
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Addison Court
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Hall Cliffe Crescent
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Horbury
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Baptist Lane
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Station Road
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Queen's Walk
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Cavewell Gardens
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Fisher Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.